Senior Outreach & Communications Lead

California State University, Chico; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,587 - 95,540; Full time

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living in Sacramento is seeking a Senior Outreach Specialist to lead the Center for California Studies' outreach nationwide and to develop and implement communications and social media for the Capital Fellows Programs.

This exempt, full-time role requires strong marketing and public relations expertise, excellent writing, and the ability to travel as needed. The position sits at Sacramento State and offers opportunities to engage with government partners and universities.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of marketing, communications, and public relations.
• Strong story development and editorial skills.
• Ability to use event planning tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven strategy development with measurable results.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to apply statistical techniques to research and media analysis.
• Public and internal relations skills with stakeholders.
• Ability to align program objectives with diversity and equity goals.
• Willingness to travel for duties.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead nationwide outreach activities for the Center for California Studies.
• Develop and implement communications and social media strategies for Capital Fellows Programs.

Skills

Marketing knowledge

Public relations

Communications

Branding

Web design basics

Digital marketing

Story development

Editorial skills

Event planning

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Opt For Healthy Living in Sacramento is seeking a Senior Outreach Specialist to lead the Center for California Studies' outreach nationwide and to develop and implement communications and social media for the Capital Fellows Programs.

This exempt, full-time role requires strong marketing and public relations expertise, excellent writing, and the ability to travel as needed. The position sits at Sacramento State and offers opportunities to engage with government partners and universities.